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Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Fall colors by the Cottage in Sept - Oct.
Fall on Carns Road on way to the Cottage.
Grandma Dean's house across Carns Rd from the Cottage.
Tree color around the farm.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41529 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Williamsburg, MI
  • Place, Elk Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Turtle Creek Casino
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third floor hideaway

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access

Look no further!! This inviting Cottage steps away from your private Elk Lake lot is the best choice for your get away. The Northern Michigan house is located 3.7 miles from Elk Rapids, 8.3 miles from Williamsburg, and 16.2 miles from Traverse City.

The original charm from the stone foundation to the barn wood feature walls and original wood floors help create a place you will love for relaxation and creating memories. It is the perfect size for 4 people with approximately 1263 square feet of living space and a 266 square foot deck/patio.

The house has been renovated from top to bottom with new furniture, and appliances including a gas grill on the deck. The cupboards are stocked with dishes, glassware, and silverware for inside or patio dining. There is a selection of cooking pans and it's stocked for at home baking.

There is one bedroom on the third floor with 2 twin beds, one bedroom on the second floor with one queen bed. The bathroom located on the second floor has a full bathtub and shower. The laundry is also on the second floor equipped with a washer and dryer.

The kitchen is equipped with stove, refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, toaster, blender, dishes, glassware, silverware, pots and pans, and the moveable kitchen island is stocked with everything you need to bake if you wish. There are two dining options, one in the house at a counter height table with seating for six and the table on the deck with seating for four. If you want to grill, there is a gas grill on the patio.

The living room area has a 50-inch wall mounted TV, a couch, loveseat, coffee table and 2 end tables centered around a cheerful area rug.

Included with the rental is shared access to our private 50-foot Elk Lake access. It is yours for the week to use at your own risk. There will be 4 chairs and a couple of small tables for your to use at the lake.

Besides enjoying time at Elk Lake, there are many adventures in our regional area from boating, golfing, wine tasting, breweries, distilleries, farmer’s markets, shopping, horseback riding, and, of course, picking cherries when in season.

We look forward to your visit!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please take time to write in our Guest Book located on the TV stand.
Please text me at 231-409-0511 when you leave so I can let the cleaner know the "coast is clear".
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please read and follow the rules attached to the rental agreement.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Williamsburg

Located in Williamsburg, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Torch Lake. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Williamsburg, MI

What's nearby

  • Elk Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 14 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course - 16 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Torch Lake - 20 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Front Street - 29 min drive - 27.0 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Season's Buffet - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kritters Hide Away - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bourbons 72 - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Elk Lake and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Lake Michigan. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Rotary Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

We had a fantastic stay at this wonderful place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

EMMA J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot Great for attending the horse show & sight seeing
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage like house on Elk lake. Perfect for our family. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved this place! Super convenient to the horse show and to Elk Rapids. Absolutely immaculate, lovely furnishings, and Barb was a wonderful hostess.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kariann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice clean and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Augie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you. We will try and book with you next year when we come back to the horse show.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very nice, clean, plenty of room and furnished nicely. It had been recently updated and full of everything you might need. The bedding, dishes, towels etc. were top notch. The owners were very nice and considerate of our needs. They were a pleasure to talk to.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillayne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barbara was gracious and hospitable and walked over to meet us when we arrived. A very clean, roomy, comfortable cottage with extra amenities for the two of us taking a long weekend for a reading retreat. She even added two reading lamps for us when she found out that we would spend our time reading. There is a mowed path down to the lake and chairs down there available. The fall colors in the area were beautiful and we were even invited to eat apples from the tree in the yard.
Sunrise over Elk Lake
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was spacious and clean, with full kitchen and a wide range of pots and pans, baking sheets, mixing bowls, utensils, etc. Wifi worked well. The location was awesome, just a short walk to Elk Lake, and a short drive to the village of Elk Rapids, plus Traverse City and the whole wonderful area! Lot's of fruit and pie stands along the roads, and orchards everywhere!
view of the house from lakeside
view of Elk Lake from the house
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spencer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect for my weekend away. It’s very peaceful and clean. Barb was a great host and I loved hearing about the history of the property and surrounding area. I definitely hope to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place

Enjoyed our stay. We will be booking this one again,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Met our needs for a northern MI vacation

Met our needs for a northern MI vacation
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cottage and Location!

Very cozy cottage surrounded my fruit trees and a short walking path to Elk Lake. My kids had a blast swimming and playing here! Overall, a wonderful property with extremely gracious hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We really enjoyed our stay. The property manager was so accommodating and friendly. Our son loved the water access. We will be back! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location...cherry farm and lake location very quiet...

Easy booking,, and great communication with property owner... nice people... close to many locations for boating,, hiking,,or just hanging out.great clean place....
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nickolas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cottage

Barbara was a fantastic host and the property was perfect for our weekend getaway! Nestled in the cherry orchards with views of Elk Lake, we’ll surely add to our list of places to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kate E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay!

I really enjoyed staying at this cottage set amongst cherry trees with a view of the lake. The cottage is well equipped, very clean, quiet, and comfortable. The hosts are very responsive and have thought of all the details to make your stay a success.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely dreamy

Everything about this place is amazing, Barb is a phenomenal host. You won’t regret booking here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time at the lake

We had a really nice stay at the cottage and loved the access to the water. There are tons of great things to do in the area (especially for young children) and the cottage is in a great location. We would visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruce L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

Very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful spot!

We enjoyed our stay here very much! It was the perfect location to explore Northern MI. We appreciated Barb giving us recommendations, and for finding bike trails for us! We hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

My wife & I were looking for someplace to get away & had never stayed in this part of Michigan. Barb made it amazing. Place was clean & bed was comfortable. Everything you need for a long stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visit with daughter in Elk Rapid

Everything was great. The location was perfect. Very peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elk Lake Vacation

We had a fantastic time. The cottage was perfect for our small family. Very clean and a convenient location. We had the opportunity to meet the owners and they are fantastic people. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

We enjoyed kayaking and relaxing on the patio of this beautiful lake property. The owner was great, and the property was well-stocked with everything we needed. It was just a Short walk across the road and we were able to drop our kayak in the lake and enjoy. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Barbara Dean

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